GBP vs INR
1 GBP = 126.87 INR
ECB reference rate of 2026-10-29 (published business days ~16:00 CET) · Mid-market rate, bank spreads and fees not included
Quick Stats
Historical Comparison
GBP / INR| Period | Then | Now | Change | Low | High | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | 127.15 2026-09-29 | 126.87 | -0.22% | 125.92 2026-10-15 | 128.02 2026-10-06 | |
| 3 Months | 127.11 2026-07-29 | 126.87 | -0.19% | 125.92 2026-10-15 | 130.69 2026-08-21 | |
| 6 Months | 128.15 2026-04-29 | 126.87 | -1.00% | 124.23 2026-06-25 | 130.69 2026-08-21 | |
| 1 Year | 116.57 2025-10-29 | 126.87 | +8.83% | 115.63 2025-11-05 | 130.69 2026-08-21 | |
| 3 Years | 100.84 2023-10-27 | 126.87 | +25.82% | 100.84 2023-10-27 | 130.69 2026-08-21 | |
| 5 Years | 103.19 2021-10-29 | 126.87 | +22.95% | 86.703 2022-09-28 | 130.69 2026-08-21 | |
| 10 Years | 81.150 2016-10-28 | 126.87 | +56.34% | 79.848 2017-03-14 | 130.69 2026-08-21 |
Then, Now, Low and High are daily ECB reference rates (one observation per business day, not intraday highs or lows); Then is the last business day on or before the start of the period. Trend lines plot daily (1 month), weekly (3 months–1 year) or monthly (3–10 years) observations, always keeping the first and last. Missing days are left out, not estimated. Source: European Central Bank via Frankfurter API
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is 1 GBP in INR?
Based on the European Central Bank reference rate published on 2026-10-29, 1 GBP equals 126.87 INR. This is a mid-market reference rate; bank buy/sell spreads and fees are not included.
What is the GBP to INR exchange rate today?
The latest published ECB reference rate (2026-10-29) is 126.87 INR per 1 GBP. The ECB publishes once per business day around 16:00 CET, so the rate does not change over weekends or holidays.
Where does CurrencyVersus get its GBP/INR data?
CurrencyVersus sources all exchange rate data from the Frankfurter API, which provides European Central Bank (ECB) reference rates. The ECB publishes these once per business day, around 16:00 CET; they are not live market quotes. Gold and silver prices come separately from gold-api.com and update more often than the daily ECB reference rates.
Can I view historical GBP to INR exchange rates?
Yes. CurrencyVersus provides historical GBP/INR exchange rate data across 7 time periods: 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years, and 10 years.
About GBP / INR
GBP — British Pound Sterling
The British Pound Sterling is the official currency of the United Kingdom and one of the world's major traded currencies, with a history reaching back to Anglo-Saxon England.
INR — Indian Rupee
The Indian Rupee is the official currency of India and is managed by the Reserve Bank of India. Its exchange rate reflects India's large economy, its dependence on energy imports, and foreign investment flows.
Key Factors Affecting GBP/INR
GBP Drivers
- Bank of England interest rate decisions
- UK economic data and trade policy
- London financial market sentiment
- UK inflation and housing market trends
INR Drivers
- Reserve Bank of India interest rate and inflation targeting
- Crude oil prices (India is a major oil importer)
- Foreign direct investment and IT sector performance
- Indian monsoon season and agricultural output
💡 Did You Know? — GBP
Sterling traces its origins to the silver pennies of Anglo-Saxon England — the name 'pound' comes from a pound weight of silver.
💡 Did You Know? — INR
The Indian rupee symbol ₹ was officially adopted in 2010, designed by D. Udaya Kumar, combining the Devanagari letter 'Ra' and the Latin letter 'R'.
Economy Overview
United Kingdom
The UK is one of Europe's major economies, with London serving as a global financial center. The Bank of England (BoE) sets monetary policy to meet the government's inflation target.
India
India's economy is driven by IT services, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and a very large domestic consumer market.
Editorial content last reviewed: 2026-10-22